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A review by naysia_reads
With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
emotional
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
With the Fire On High by Elizabeth Acevedo is an emotional and sweet YA story! The main character Emoni Santiago is a teen mom to a 2-year-old girl, however, the author makes it clear that there is so much more to her life than the fact that she had a child at a young age.
Emoni has a very special gift which is the ability to cook. The author's explanations of family recipes and the detail used to describe cooking made me crave sooo much fictional food!
I adored listening to this audiobook and loved the author's narration. Her ability to both connect with and captivate readers is phenomenal!
Overall, the characters, the romance and the entire story were amazing! I have nothing but love and high praise for this book!
Tropes;
Afro-Latina (Puerto Rican and African American) FMC
Cultural significance of food and cooking
Responsibilities of raising a child
Coming of age
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Emoni has a very special gift which is the ability to cook. The author's explanations of family recipes and the detail used to describe cooking made me crave sooo much fictional food!
I adored listening to this audiobook and loved the author's narration. Her ability to both connect with and captivate readers is phenomenal!
Overall, the characters, the romance and the entire story were amazing! I have nothing but love and high praise for this book!
Tropes;
Afro-Latina (Puerto Rican and African American) FMC
Cultural significance of food and cooking
Responsibilities of raising a child
Coming of age
Swipe for a full synopsis
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment